Planer Supervisor

Job Responsibility:

Position Overview:

Reporting to the General Manager, The Planer Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of the planer equipment and associated machinery, including the Infeed chain, Tilt Hoist, and Planer Table. The supervisor ensures that the production process runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently, and that quality standards are consistently met. The Planer Supervisor also manages the planer operators, ensuring they follow all operational, safety, and quality guidelines.

Responsibilities:

· To work safely, in compliance with all company SOPs, policies and procedures and relevant legislation.

· To ensure production targets are being met.

· To support new employee onboarding to the Planer cross-training of existing employees.

· To support employee retention and scheduling practices within the Planer so as to support continued operations, without interruption.

· To provide day-to-day supervision and support of existing Planer employees and to work collaboratively with the Human Resources Manager in addressing employee issues/concerns.

· To oversee all Planer work systems so as to ensure efficient operation.

· To support the preventable maintenance program, in collaboration with the Superintendent and Maintenance Supervisor.

· To provide leadership for Planer-wide continuous improvement programs, in collaboration with the Superintendent and broader management team.

· To ensure optimal quality and fibre recovery through the process of optimization and quality control, in collaboration with the Superintendent and broader management team.

· To ensure product quality (e.g., lumber, chips, bark, sawdust and shavings) meets customer requirements and lumber grade standards, in collaboration with the Superintendent.

· To ensure environmental compliance.

· To address concerns directly with the General Manager, Superintendent or appropriate Manager, in a timely manner, and to support problem solving around the concern(s) brought forward.

· To conduct oneself in a manner that contributes to a culturally safe, inclusive and respectful workplace.

· Consistent attendance for scheduled hours of work.

· Other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time.

Qualifications:

· Experience working in a lumber mill or manufacturing environment with a strong understanding of planer operations and associated equipment.

· A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience.

· Excellent communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

· Experience managing and providing leadership for employee teams.

· Experience working with diverse cultures, including indigenous populations, considered an asset.

· Proficiency in French language considered an asset.

· Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks, with minimal supervision.

· An ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and multi-worksite environment.

· Receptive and responsive to receiving direction and supervision.

· Access to a personal vehicle and valid driver's license required.

· An ability to commit to reliable and consistent attendance.

· A strong work ethic.

· An ability to focus in a loud environment, surrounded by lots of activity. An ability to climb stairs.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person